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explosive

[ik-sploh-siv] / ɪkˈsploʊ sɪv /




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He believes there’s a risk of an explosive move higher, to a range of 6.25% to 6.8%, and perhaps as high as 8.1% to 8.6%.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

The explosive growth of electric vehicles has intensified the search for ways to make electric motors more energy efficient.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

While many Indian rappers showcase big personalities and emphatic bravado, Reble's style feels tighter and more restrained - less explosive anger and more something quieter and personal.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Stocks could easily push well higher now, especially because of explosive earnings growth from artificial-intelligence spending—that’s what has made the ERP a touch more attractive since November.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Millet had planned an elaborate series of explosive “set pieces,” fireworks affixed to large metal frames shaped to depict various portraits and tableaus.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




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